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☷Agriculture and Interior Departments Propose Changes to Strengthen Alaska Tribal Representation on Federal Subsistence Board
U.S. Department of Agriculture ( By Press Release office)
Feb 17,2024
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The Departments of Agriculture and the Interior announced plans to increase representation of Alaska Tribes on the Federal Subsistence Board , which oversees subsistence use on federal lands in Alaska . The proposal involves adding three new members nominated by Tribal governments , who will have expertise in subsistence practices . This move aims to honor Indigenous traditions and improve collaboration with Tribal partners . The proposed changes to the FSB show how important it is for the government to talk and listen to Tribal leaders when they make decisions that affect their communities . The Biden - Harris administration consulted with hundreds of Tribes and Tribal consortia before proposing to add representatives to the FSB . They also held sessions to get feedback on how to improve the Federal Subsistence Management Program . The feedback showed that climate change is affecting Alaska Native subsistence practices and communities , and that there is a need for more Tribal representation in the management system . Tribes and Tribal consortia also requested that the chair of the FSB have personal knowledge and experience with subsistence uses in rural Alaska . This will help protect subsistence opportunities for all users . The proposal will be available in the Federal Register soon , and Tribal leaders will receive a separate notice about consultation . USDA is working to transform America ' s food system under the Biden - Harris administration , with a focus on local and regional food production , fairer markets for producers , and access to safe and healthy food for all communities . They are also investing in rural infrastructure and clean energy , and working towards equity and representation across USDA . Learn more at www . usda . gov . #USDA is an equal opportunity provider , employer , and lender .
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